Cyber-Physical Systems

Position Overview

The CPS Lab In-charge will oversee the operations, technical management, and academic support of the newly established Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) Laboratory, developed in collaboration with i-AWaDH, IIT Ropar. The role requires ensuring smooth functioning of all equipment, facilitating research and innovation, and providing technical guidance to faculty, students, and research teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Laboratory Operations & Management

2. Plan and supervise day-to-day operations of the CPS Lab.

3. Maintain an updated inventory of all equipment, components, and software tools received through the i-AWaDH collaboration.
4. Schedule and coordinate lab sessions for courses, workshops, and research projects.

5. Ensure smooth execution of joint activities and projects with i-AWaDH, IIT Ropar.

6. Technical Support & Infrastructure Maintenance

7. Oversee installation, configuration, and maintenance of CPS-related hardware (sensors, controllers, IoT devices, robotics kits, etc.) and software platforms.

8. Monitor network and system security for connected devices and cloud-based services.

9. Coordinate with vendors and i-AWaDH technical teams for repairs, upgrades, or procurement of new equipment.

10. Academic & Research Facilitation

11. Assist faculty and research scholars in conducting experiments and prototype development in areas like IoT, robotics, automation, and AI-driven CPS.

12. Support student projects, hackathons, and innovation challenges aligned with the i-AWaDH initiatives.

13. Prepare lab manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical documentation.

14. Safety, Compliance & Quality

15. Implement and monitor lab safety protocols for electronics, robotics, and high-voltage equipment.

16. Ensure compliance with institutional, i-AWaDH, and regulatory guidelines.

17. Maintain proper documentation for audits, equipment usage, and safety inspections.

18. Collaboration & Reporting

19. Serve as the primary point of contact between the institute and i-AWaDH, IIT Ropar.

20. Prepare periodic reports on lab utilization, research outputs, and project progress.
21. Facilitate workshops, industry-academia collaborations, and outreach activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelors/Masters degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 35 years of experience in managing advanced technical laboratories or R&D projects.
• Strong background in IoT, embedded systems, automation, robotics, or related CPS technologies.
• Hands-on experience with programming (Python, C/C++, MATLAB) and relevant CPS tools/platforms.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and inventory management skills.
• Ability to mentor students and guide research activities.
• Good communication and coordination skills for working with IIT Ropar and external stakeholders.

Performance Indicators:

• Operational uptime and readiness of the CPS lab.
• Number and quality of student/research projects supported.
• Successful coordination of joint initiatives with i-AWaDH, IIT Ropar.
• Timely maintenance and enhancement of lab infrastructure.